![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The Novation Launchpad, Ableton Push – each has offered its own take on a format popularised by the boutique Monome company in 2006. They make it easier for those without musical training to feel like they’re playing an instrument, whether that’s at home or on stage. Over the past decade, the market has been saturated with grid-based controllers for music-making. The reason for their popularity is obvious: they’ve lowered the barrier for entry. But how does it fare close up? Scott Wilson gets to grips with a tool that doesn’t reinvent the wheel but does offer new ways to perform. Native Instruments’ new controller could be a game-changer for bedroom musicians wanting the affordability of the original Maschine with the added ability to sequence rhythms and build tracks.
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